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Putative Father Registry Search Form - Montana
Putative Father Registry Search Form is a legal document that was released by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services - a government authority operating within Montana.
FAQ
Q: What is the Putative Father Registry?
A: The Putative Father Registry is a confidential database that allows unmarried biological fathers to assert their parental rights in Montana.
Q: Why would someone want to search the Putative Father Registry?
A: Someone may want to search the Putative Father Registry to determine if a potential biological father has registered and may have parental rights.
Q: How can I search the Putative Father Registry in Montana?
A: You can search the Putative Father Registry in Montana by submitting a search form, which includes information about the child and potential father.
Q: Is there a fee for searching the Putative Father Registry?
A: Yes, there is a fee for searching the Putative Father Registry in Montana. The fee is $35.
Q: Who can access the information in the Putative Father Registry?
A: Only certain individuals or entities, such as an agency involved in an adoption or an attorney representing a party to an adoption, can access the information in the Putative Father Registry.
Q: What happens if a potential father is found in the Putative Father Registry?
A: If a potential father is found in the Putative Father Registry, he may be notified of the pending adoption and given an opportunity to assert his parental rights.
Q: How long does information stay on the Putative Father Registry?
A: Information stays on the Putative Father Registry for a period of 30 years.
Q: Can a potential father remove his information from the Putative Father Registry?
A: No, once a potential father registers his information in the Putative Father Registry, it cannot be removed.
Q: Is the Putative Father Registry the same as establishing paternity?
A: No, the Putative Father Registry is not the same as establishing paternity. It is a separate process that allows potential biological fathers to assert their parental rights in an adoption proceeding.
Form Details:
- The latest edition currently provided by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services;
- Ready to use and print;
- Easy to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
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